Wednesday, June 17, 2009

I'm not usually one for Wordless Wednesday ........ because I always have a lot to say. But I took a few pics of Harper yesterday and I wanted to post them. I'm a little under the weather today - I think it's just extreme tiredness. So I really just don't have the energy to do much more than post these pics.

Such CUTE expressions on her face!Yes! The summer is going by TOO fast!!! We are having SO much fun this summer and I keep thinking about all the fun you and Harper will have next summer when she's toddling around! She'll be the same age as D is now...it's a fun age!

SOOOOOO adorable!! I saw that you weren't feeling well when you posted earlier on FB...I was hoping it would go away, so I'm sad to hear that it hasn't! I wish I could come watch Harper for you! I'd even bring you a Sonic! :)

Hope you feel better soon.I dont think I was made to live in Texas. English summers were obviously nothing like this and I find the summers drag on and on!! 100 degrees is too much unless you can alternate sitting in the shade with a cold drink or be in a pool!!Katie :o)

I totally understand the tiredness. I have an 11 year old, a three year old, and an almost 4 month old. There never seems to be any "down" time. I don't know if you have heard Trace Adkins' "You're gonna Miss this" but it makes me cry every time I do. One day I think I'll wish these busy days were back!!!Try to get some rest.

Adorable! I can't remember if I've posted before telling you this (mommy brain...) but my daughter Eleanor was born the same day as Harper, and I just love seeing what Harper is up to and how she and Eleanor are similar and different:

E is just starting to roll over, hasn't started any solids yet, and she weighs over 17 pounds! Harper looks like a wee little sprite in comparison to Eleanor's cheeks alone! It is so much fun to see her grow up!

Oh girl. do I ever understand the tiredness! Hey, the PotteryBarn Kids by my house is going out of business and everything is 75% off! I don't have a whole lot of friends with little baby girls (weird right?) but I thought of you...and if you want a SUPER CHEAP black velvet Christmas dress, or any other PBK type girly item/clothes (their dollhouse and all the dolls are on sale!!!), let me know and I'll get you whatever and mail it to you! I got the cutest "Baby's 1st Christmas" frames for $2.50! They have tons of stuff!

Harper is SOO cute! My little sister was on my computer and went to my bookmarks and clicked on your blog. The first thing she said was 'that is the cutest baby I have ever seen'. She went and looked at all your pictures! Harper takes great pictures.

She is such a cutie!!! Kelly, I remember you saying once that you didn't want to read any books before having her or go by any certain plan. Do you still feel that way? I just know that putting my kiddos on a schedule (yes, Babywise!!!! Some people are so critical of it, but all I can say is that it worked for me 5 times..my kids slept all night at just a few weeks, yahooooo!) really helped me feel refreshed and cope better as a mom. You may not want advise, but just thought I'd throw that out. You have the God-given wisdom to use a book like that and do what works for you. I used it as a guide, but also my mom-sense. And I was so thankful for it. Just thought I'd throw that out...

What kind of highchair is that? I like it because it looks petite and wood (is that right?) yet still has a tray. I'd love for you to post the brand and your review of it! I've been SO unhappy w/ mine I've been thinking about getting a different one (and i have a 1.5 year old)

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very cute pics! Kelly...i think you need a day at the spa with a girlfriend...maybe not even a day at the spa if you can't be gone that long..but maybe a massage or something?? i can just tell you need a break..so i hope you are able to get one soon.Hugs,Mary

p.s. Has anyone else mentioned having a hard time loading your blog? I think it might be the backgroound or something, but it always aborts unless I only click on the topic. just curious if its my computer or the page!

kelly- i love reading your blog! haper is precious!!! i wanted to tell you about a book that helped me with my babies. i am 27, stay at home mom of three kids all 18 months apart, ages 4 1/2, 3 and 18 months! i could not have survived without putting my kids on a schedule to make them learn to sleep! the book is called "Babywise" by Ezzo. i didnt do everything the book said, but i did what worked for me and my kids! by no means do i know much..but i do know that this works and all 3 of my kids were sleeping through the night by 10 weeks old! just a suggestion! :) it's by a christian author by the way!

I happen to stumble across your blog while reading a friend's blog. I read your profile and I can relate to it. My husband and I have been married for 6 years and we tried for 2 years to the month for our daughter who was born in January 08. Your daughter is beautiful and I love her name.

Hi Kelly,Uggh, I am going to comment and I NEVER do this! But, I'm inspired! I hope you can get some rest. Harper needs sleep as much as you. I'm sure you've heard about the book Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child... if not, get it! It is wonderful, so many useful tips and things about infant sleep that most people don't know. Also, my son had baby acne for a while, then at 4 mos developed eczema. Didn't get better with the usual treatment so at 6 mos he was referred to an allergist and he is also allergic to peanuts. He had never had solid food at this point. Only breastmilk. I continued breastfeeding (he didn't test allergic to fish but we have to avoid them anyway)and avoided the above. I breastfed for 14 months and it was easy to avoid peanuts and seafood. Even though I love both! He takes antihistamines 2x/day and that has made a HUGE difference in his skin and quality of life. He just was itchy all of the time-- bless his heart. Back to the sleep thing. I did "sleep training" with my son at 6 mos. b/c he was still waking to be fed and this was not necessary as he was big and healthy. Our ped told us to go ahead and teach him to put himself back to sleep without having to nurse. It only took 3 nights and he sleeps 10.5-11.5 hrs every night and does not wake up and call out for me. He is a very healthy (never been sick) and happy boy and I'm convinced it's b/c he is well rested. I noticed Harper's dark circles-- my son has these too and they're from his allergies... I bet hers are too. Tell tale sign. Anyway, much luck and rest!I loved getting tips from other moms, especially concerning infant sleep tips... there's just so much to know and do. Good luck!

What a precious girl! I certainly hope you get some rest soon. I know what I felt like the first time I slept through the night. I bet it will help you (and probably Harper) when she moves to her own room! I couldn't sleep with my daughter. She would turn over and I'd wake up. Not good!